AA Meetings Downers Grove, IL

Monday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

Tuesday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

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Wednesday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

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Thursday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

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Friday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

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Saturday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

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Sunday AA Meetings in Downers Grove

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If you can't find a meeting close to you at the time you're looking for, we recommend checking out nearby towns including: Westmont, Clarendon Hills, Valley View, and Lisle.

Additional local resources: Downers Grove NA Meetings | Downers Grove Al-Anon Meetings

What is an AA Meeting?

A meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous is a place where alcoholics and people who struggle with substance abuse gather for one hour to express their experience, strength, and hope. AA Members who attend an Alcoholic's Anonymous meeting in Downers Grove, IL will share their experience getting sober through their personal stories with anyone seeking help with a drinking problem. There is no religious, social or economic association for membership, just the yearn to stop drinking, and live a productive existence without alcohol.

How to Choose an Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting in Downers Grove, IL

Alcoholism is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. Alcoholics Anonymous has curated meetings to assist with each individual piece of your sobriety. If you are looking for a meeting on the first 3 steps, you should select a beginner meeting. If you are looking to focus on your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting would be an ideal choice. If you want to hear other people's journeys to sobriety, a speaker meeting is a good starting point. If you are through your steps and are now working on the traditions of AA, a traditions meetings will help. If you want to attend a single gender group, you can go to a men’s or women's meeting where only people of your gender will be present. Likely, there is a meeting for everyone. Try different meetings out until you find one that you feel most comfortable at.

How to get the most out of your first meeting in Downers Grove, IL

To get the most out of your first meeting you need to walk through the front door with an open mind, and the willingness to change. Make sure to arrive 30 minutes early and stay 30 minutes after because there is always a “before” and “after” for every meeting, where the members of the group gather outside and talk. Make sure during opening remarks that you raise your hand to introduce yourself as a new member of AA. Don't forget to ask for a meeting list, with phone numbers of the group members. The last thing to remember is don’t be afraid to raise your hand and speak, let the group know what lead you through their doors that day.